Beurer GL 44 (mg/dL) - Manual (Page 16)

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Warning
• If the protective disc on a lancet needle has already been removed, do not use the lancet needle.
• If you have dropped the lancing aid with an inserted lancet needle, carefully pick it up and dispose
of the lancet.
Important
• Use the lancing aid only with lancet needles by the same manufacturer. The use of other lancet nee-
dles may impede the functionality of the lancing aid.
• If you are using a third-party lancing aid, please read the respective Instructions for Use.
5.1 Preparing to take a blood sample
1 Choose a part of the body from which to take a blood sample. The lancing aid is intended
for taking blood samples from the fingertip or other body parts such as the palm of the hand,
forearm or upper arm. We recommend taking blood samples from the fingertip. To make the
procedure as painless as possible, do not take samples directly from the centre of the finger-
tip, but slightly to either side.
Warning
• In the event of suspected hypoglycaemia: take blood from the fingertip only.
Reason: changes to the blood glucose level can be determined quickly in blood samples taken
from the fingertip.
• Blood samples from the fingertip and samples taken from another body part (AST) may lead
to completely different measured results. It is essential to seek medical advice before taking
measurements from other body parts.
2 Prepare the following items: blood glucose monitor, test strip box, lancing aid, sterile lancet
needle. You will also need the AST cap for measurements at other body parts.
3 Wash your hands with soap and warm water before taking a blood sample. This not only en-
sures optimal hygiene but also encourages good blood circulation at the puncture area on the
finger. Carefully dry your hands. Also ensure that the puncture area is hygienically clean when
taking blood samples from other body parts (AST).
Warning
If you have used alcohol for cleaning, ensure that the area has fully dried prior to measuring.